Steven MacGregor

Steven MacGregor is a globally recognized academic and entrepreneur specializing in leadership, health, and wellbeing in organizational environments. He holds a PhD in Design, Manufacturing & Engineering Management (DMEM) from the University of Strathclyde, where he also completed his MEng in Product Design Engineering. His career combines academic excellence with entrepreneurial ventures, including founding The Leadership Academy of Barcelona (LAB) in 2007. He serves as a guest professor at leading institutions like IESE Business School (ranked #1 in executive education), IMD Lausanne, and CEIBS Shanghai.

Education:

• MEng in Product Design Engineering, University of Strathclyde (1994–1998)
• PhD in DMEM, University of Strathclyde (completed post-2003)

Research & Expertise: Focuses on integrating health, wellbeing, and performance in leadership contexts. His work emphasizes mindfulness, stress management, and holistic executive development. He pioneered health and wellbeing curricula at IESE and authored six books, including the acclaimed Chief Wellbeing Officer (2018).

Impact: Has taught over 20,000 executives globally through programs like 'Sustaining Executive Performance,' delivered for clients such as McKinsey, Salesforce, and Santander. His work spans corporate training, keynote speaking (e.g., Lima, London), and cross-cultural leadership.

Lifestyle & Philosophy: Balances academic rigor with entrepreneurship and athletics. A former competitive runner (captained University of Strathclyde Cross Country team), he advocates for physical and mental health in professional environments. Resides in Barcelona, often seen at FC Barcelona's facilities for physiotherapy.